HC Deb 06 July 1987 vol 119 c9W
Mr. Janner

asked the Secretary of State for Employment whether he has any plans to increase the strength of the Wages inspectorate.

Mr. Nicholls

No.

Mr. Janner

asked the Secretary of State for Employment whether he will make a statement on the number of actions taken by the Wages inspectorate against illegal activities by employers in accordance with the rules.

Mr. Nicholls

In 1986 two employers were successfully prosecuted for offences under wages council legislation.

So far in 1987, four employers have been successfully prosecuted and a further three cases are expected to be heard shortly.